17 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Dental Clinic for Full-Mouth Rehabilitation and Immediate Loading

In cases that are suitable for it, yes. That is exactly the purpose of immediate loading. We place the implants and attach fixed temporary teeth to them, so you don’t have to go around for a long period without teeth. It is important to say that not everyone is a candidate, which is why before treatment we take a scan and examine you to see whether it can be done safely.

During the treatment itself you should not feel pain, because we use anaesthesia. After the treatment there may be swelling, sensitivity and discomfort for a few days. It is a little different for each person. We explain in advance what to expect and give instructions and medication as needed, so the first days go much more comfortably.

You are far from the only one. Many people who come to us say the same thing. Sometimes they have put off treatment for years because of the fear. We don’t start anything before you understand exactly what is going to happen and feel safe enough to go ahead. The treatment is done under anaesthesia, and in suitable cases we can also talk about additional options for reducing anxiety.

The surgical stage and the fitting of the temporary teeth can usually be done within a very short time — sometimes the same day, sometimes within a short period, depending on the case. But that does not mean the whole process ends that day. Afterwards there is a period of healing and follow-up, and later we move on to the permanent restoration.

Usually not. The teeth you receive at the start are temporary teeth that let you go through the healing period with fixed teeth in your mouth. Once the implants have integrated and the tissues have settled, we plan the permanent teeth more precisely in terms of appearance, bite and comfort.

Not immediately. In the first period you need to protect the area and not put too much load on the implants. Usually you move to a softer diet for a certain period. As healing progresses, you gradually return to normal food according to the doctor’s instructions. And even if you have teeth in your mouth from day one, the body still needs time to heal.

In medicine, one hundred percent success cannot be promised. Before treatment we check the state of the bone, your general health, the scans and anything that could affect the success of the implants. After treatment, too, it matters a great deal that you follow the instructions, keep up hygiene, come to check-ups and avoid unnecessary load during the healing period.

That does not mean the whole treatment has failed. First we check what happened and how the other implants are doing. Sometimes an implant can be replaced, sometimes the area needs time to heal, and sometimes the plan is adjusted slightly. The important thing is not to ignore the problem but to come in for an examination and deal with it in time.

Not necessarily. “Not enough bone” is not a complete answer. We need to see where bone is missing, how much is missing and what can be done in your case. There are various methods today for planning implants even in complex cases. In some cases bone grafting can be avoided; in others an additional procedure will be needed. Only after a scan and an examination can a real answer be given.

Age by itself usually does not decide. What matters more is the state of your health, which medications you take, the state of the bone and the state of the mouth. There are very elderly people who can go through this treatment, and on the other hand there are younger people with whom care is needed because of a particular medical condition.

That is a very important question. The goal is not only that you can chew, but that the teeth suit your face and look natural. We look at the shape, size, colour, the smile and the relationship between the teeth and the lips. At the temporary stage you can also see how things look and keep refining before the final restoration.

In most cases yes, but in the first days it sometimes takes getting used to. The feeling in the mouth changes, especially if many teeth were replaced at once. Certain words may sound a little different at first. The mouth and tongue usually adapt quite quickly.

Smoking can impair healing and raise the risk of problems around the implants. If you smoke, it is important to tell us and not to hide it. We want to know exactly what the situation is so we can explain the risk to you and give you guidance that suits you.

A denture can suit some people, but it is removable and can move or press. A fixed restoration on implants is attached in the mouth and should feel much more stable. Many people who come to us say the thing that bothers them most about a denture is that it moves while eating or talking. What suits your situation needs to be checked, rather than deciding by one solution alone.

They need to be cleaned every day. The fact that there are no natural teeth does not mean you can stop looking after your mouth. Bacteria and food debris build up around implants too. We teach you how to clean under the restoration and which tools to use, and it is important to come for check-ups and professional maintenance as well.

Implants and a fixed restoration can last many years, but no single number fits everyone. It depends on your medical condition, smoking, hygiene, the load placed on the teeth and check-ups over the years. Even a high-quality restoration needs maintenance. Our goal is to build something that will serve you for a long time, but also to explain how to look after it.

I think this is one of the most important questions to ask. Before deciding, you need to understand what your situation is today, which treatment options exist, the advantages and disadvantages of each, what you are likely to go through and what the total cost is. Don’t decide because of pressure. A big treatment should be done when you understand it, feel confident in the plan and feel you have someone to rely on — on the day of treatment and afterwards.